The Best Slimming Indian Fakeaway Recipes | Slimming Eats (2024)

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What Indian food can you eat on slimming world? ›

Lean meats, fish, seafood, vegetables and spices* are the basis of most curries and they're all Free Foods on the Food Optimising eating plan. That means you can dish up a dopiaza or batch cook a balti and curry on slimming all the way to your dream weight!

Any Indian curries that are tomato-based, like tandoori, madras, jalfrezi, rogan and bhuna, are the lowest in calories.

This classic spicy chicken dish with peppers is low in fat and super simple to make. Per serving (1/4 recipe): 1,397kJ / 334kcal. 41g protein.

Chana masala

Chana masala is a delicious and nutritious Indian dish that is low in calories. It is made with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, and various spices. It is rich in protein and fibre, making it a great option for those looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.

Recipes like Chitrannam (Lemon Rice), Bhindi Masala (Okra Fry) and Easy Saag Paneer are healthy and satisfying on any night.

If you devise a good meal plan, the Indian diet is one of the best to aid your weight loss journey. That's because most of the country's meals are prepared using fresh produce - nutritious fruits and vegetables. For the most part, the concept of unhealthy processed foods and frozen ingredients is absent.

Lamb rogan josh is the leanest lamb curry on the menu at about 600 calories – less if you spoon off the red oil on top. The tomatoes provide lycopene, which helps protect against various cancers. Chicken korma is a big no-no if you're trying to eat healthy.

Although both dishes have high levels of saturated fat, chicken remains the preferred choice for maintaining good health. Compared to other meats, chicken dishes tend to be more nutritious. Chicken tikka masala is a healthier option than butter chicken as it contains less fat (7 grams vs. 4 grams) and more protein.

What I can eat in Indian restaurant during weight loss? ›

Green vegetables, legumes, low-fat proteins, and spices are good options. Delicious and healthy Indian recipes include spinach and lentil soup, tandoori chicken, chickpea curry, and grilled fish with broccoli and brown rice.

If you devise a good meal plan, the Indian diet is one of the best to aid your weight loss journey. That's because most of the country's meals are prepared using fresh produce - nutritious fruits and vegetables. For the most part, the concept of unhealthy processed foods and frozen ingredients is absent.

Dishes like daal (lentil curry), chana masala (chickpea curry), and rajma (kidney bean curry) are excellent vegetarian options that provide essential nutrients while keeping calorie counts reasonable.